365 Words of Well-Being for Women, is one of those hidden treasures I enjoy discovering in this day and age, where there seems to be so much repetition within the personal development literature section.

Each definition of these 'common' words that fill our daily lives, reflects a gentle compassion, empathy and inspiration in equal measure. They touch us through our past experiences, challenge us to rethink the hereto 'acceptable behaviors' that have been placed around the feminine, while lifting our spirits to that magical place that can only be found within joy and the ability to laugh at ourselves and our experiences.

In short, it was a surprise...a very pleasant one.

This book can be used in several ways. One can choose to start on a certain day of the year and read the book in order from front to back, one word a day, as I did the first time I read it. It gives you one simple word of inspiration to ponder on for the day. Or as I am doing now on my second read through; I just flip open to a page and let the universe decide my word for the day. Also, it's fun with a group of girlfriends, to sit down and everyone pick a word, either by choice or randomly, to read aloud to the other women. You'll be surprised what conversations will spring out of these words. A great little book!

This book isn't about being "written in some 'proper' form, or needing an index, or table of contents...". Open your eyes, and your heart to this book and to yourself! So many things said in this book to remind us that we are alive, and able. I have purchased 20 copies of this book to date, and received much gratitude from almost all of the women I gave it to. It's a treat! For all of us. One of lifes little pleasures, I think.

What there is to like about this book: The title. Feeling better about yourself. Feeling better about somebody else. Exuberance.

Adorable book! A must for all women - there is so much to appreciate in the opposite sex!

Rachel Snyder takes a practical approach to the unique problems of the plains. Instead of telling me what I can't plant, she gives me myriad options for creating a long-lasting, beautiful garden. What this book lacks in beauty, it makes up for with loads of great advice and information about plants that will survive scorching heat, high winds and cold winters. I highly recommend the book for beginning gardeners.